I have this fear that the more pervasive social media sites and mobile texting becomes, the more we will lose our handle on our own respective languages. Although it’s all well and fine to be able to say something succinctly, I fear that sooner or later our vocabulary may suffer for it.
These defining dictionaries may prevent that—or, at the very least, the idea of these defining dictionaries will.
19 Defining Dictionaries
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New USB Dictionary and Thesaurus
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Laser-Cut Dictionary Art
Jane Prophet's 'Cut Dictionaries' Project is Unique
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The Visual Dictionary
Find Pictures That Show Your Words
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Dictionary-Based Interior Design
Branimir Sabljic's Decor is Perfect for Word Nerds
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Visual Thesaurus: Innovative New Tool
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'Mouse Potato' and 'Google' are among dictionary's new words
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Phrased Fashion Photography
Andrea Pedretti is a Dictionary Visionary With Short, Witty Captions
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Dictionary Word of the Year
Mirriam-Webster "w00t to the World!"
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Picture-Based Definitions
The Photographic Dictionary
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Fashion Icons as Dictionary Designers
Karl Lagerfeld Illustrates 'La Petit Larousse Illustre'
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WordSource
The Social Dictionary
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Depressing Dictionaries
Pictoral A-Z On The Dark Side Of Life
7
Twitter-Inspired Dictionaries
140pedia Defines the World in 140 Characters or Less
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Social Site Lingo
Twitter Gains Entry into Dictionary as Both a Verb and Noun
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Crowdsourced Dictionaries
Germany's Duden Dictionary Lets You Add New Words
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Ads That Define Beauty
Maybelline New York Goes Dictionary Style To Sell Mascara
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Apparel for Word Nerds
The Dictionary Shirt
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Wired Word Searchers
A Digital Pocket Dictionary Camera Helps You Seem Smart
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Twitterfied Words
'Thsrs' is an Online Thesaurus Perfect For Social Networking Sites
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Byword Writes and Posts SEO-Rich Content to Your Site
Emerging Technology Publications
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Niche Search Engine Tools
Global Explorer Helps Users Discover and Dive Deeper into Topics
Accent-Perfecting Language Tools
Hear It is the Key to Mastering Pronunciation in New Languages
Electronic 3D Book Concepts
The bbook Concept is Designed for the Visually Impaired
Speech-to-Text Assistive Pens
The World Literacy Foundation Creates the Literacy Pen
AI-Aided Social Networks
Why Be Real Online when you can BeFake
AI Search Engines
ThinkAny Uses Advance Technology To Do More Than Search Keywords
Viral Video Databases
Viral Ideas Offers Inspiration for a Content Creator's Next Big Video
Inclusive Digital Platform Experiences
Google Launches More Inclusive Assistance to its Platforms
Vocabulary-Improving AI
Root, the AI Vocabulary Tracker Uses Games to Improve Language Skills
Gen Z-Focused Board Games
Mattel Launches Scrabble Together for Non-Competitive Gen Z Consumers
Interactive Connecting Word Games
The New York Times Introduces the Strands Game
Integrated Influencer Marketing Platforms
SocialTalk Helps Users Discover, Track, and Connect
Humanizing AI Writing Tools
Text Humanizer Makes AI-Written Content Sound More Natural
Language Learning Tools
Transforming Daily Native Talks into Speaking 20 Languages Effortlessly
Speech-to-Text Tools
Voxio Can Create Formatted text From Your Thoughts in Minutes
English Vocabulary Games
WPuzzle Helps People Enhance Their Language Skills in an Engaging Way
Expansive AI Dictionaries
Latest AI Tools Holds All-Things AI in One Convenient Place
Raw Thought Organization Apps
The 'Memosa' App Turns Ideas and Rambling into Organized Text
AI-powered News Curators
Brief is a News Organizing Tool That You Can Personalize
Hidden Discrimination Books
'Throwaway Comments' Fights Microaggressions in the Workplace
Social Media Political-Content Limitations
Meta is Reducing Political Content Recommendations
Miniature Word Game Versions
Super Impulse is Launching the World's Smallest Bananagrams
Accessible Subway QR Codes
Colorful QR Codes in New York's Subways Will Help People Navigate
AI Text Detection Tools
AI Detector Ensures Transparency as AI Writing Continues to Evolve
Quickly Accessible Health Information
YouTube's Announced First Aid Information Shelves
Organized AI Databases
The Many AI Tools Organizes AI Tools By Category
Collaborative Creative Writing Games
CrowdTales is a Multi-Player Continue-the-Story Game
Thought-Provoking Social Apps
Quiver is a Social Media App for Thinkers Seeking Connection
Human-Like AI Agents
D-ID Agents Can Answer Questions in Two Seconds with 90% Accuracy
Social Shopping Apps
Locker Helps Users Organize, Share, and Earn from Online Wishlists.
English-Learning Language Apps
Wannalisn Teaches Users English Using Pop Cuture Clips and Memes
Banned Book Clubs
The DPLA's Banned Book Club Challenges Censorship
Anti-Hallucinating LLM Features
AI21 Labs Debuts an Anti-Hallucination Feature for GPT Chatbots
Immersive Language-Learning Apps
Travel Echo Helps Travelers Engage With Locals Abroad
Language Translation Search Tools
Google's Circle to Search Tool is Getting New Updates
AI Search Engines
OSO AI Scans Text Across the Expanse of the Internet
Visual Poetry Creation Tools
Poetique Boasts a Library of 80,000 Images to Complement Your Words
Thought-Provoking Social Apps
Skaldic is an App for Curious Minds
Accessible Mixed-Reality Media
Chapter 2 Welcomes New Society to Revolutionize the Media Frontier
AI-Powered Academic Writing Tools
Quillword Helps Produce More Research-Focused Writing
AI Talk-to-Text Collaboration Tools
Brainstory Transforms Thoughts into a Written Document
Social Reading Apps
Fable is a Social App for Readers That Goes Beyond Book Clubs
Mash-Up Board Games
Monopoly Scrabble by Winning Moves Games Combines Two Classics
AI Dating Aid Bots
WittyWingMan Helps Users Craft the Perfect Text Response
AI Language Apps
MoBuddy is Fluent in 11 Languages and Offers Around-the-Clock Support
Browser Updated Privacy Features
Google Search Rolls Out New Updates for Privacy Control
Affordable Lifestyle Directories
'I Have This Friend' Makes Aspirational Living More Accessible
AI Dream Interpreters
Auro Uses Voice-to-Text to Help Users Quickly Note Their Dreams
Connective Travel Recommendations
LFG Curates 'Placelists' Acting as a "Spotify for Travel"
Immersive Language-Learning Tools
Llanai Uses AI and WhatsApp to Make Language Learning Easier
Graphic Streetwear Collections
Liminal Work Shop Presents the New Scatter Collection
AI Social Media Generators
Snowball FATG Can Help Create Viral Social Moments in Seconds
AI Language Assistant
Langy Looks at the Whole Sentence For a More Elevated Translation Approach
Search-Hacking Campaigns
Kraft Real Mayo's Search Moist Campaign Suggested a Word of the Year
AI Language Tutors
Univerbal Provides a Judgement-Free Space for Users to Practice Conversations
Digital Brainstorming Tools
Card Buddy Serves as an Online Space to Visualize Ideas and Thoughts
Interconnected Messaging Ecosystems
Whatsapp to Introduce Support for Messages Third-Party Apps
Curated Website Suggestions
Curation of Curations Finds the Best Sites Based on Your interests
Passion-Sharing List Platforms
MyLikes Helps Users Share What They Enjoy with Curated Lists
AI Research Collaboration Platforms
Synthical is an Online Community for Scientists and Research
Limited Political Social Medias
Meta's 'Threads' Allows Users to Limit Political Content Shown
Community-Driven Collector Apps
Connectible is a First-of-Its-Kind Social Media App for Collectors
Crowdsourced Outfit-Picking Apps
Choiced Let's Users Crowdsource Their Outfit Options
AI Word Challenge Games
AI Plays Wordle Challenges Users to Beat the Computer
Social Media-Limiting Apps
Elqi Intervenes with Meditation to Limit Social Media Time
Authenticated News Apps
Digital Trust Network 'Click' Challenges the Threat of Misinformation
Tile-Based Word Games
Apple Recently Rolls Out its New Quartiles Game Discreetly
Strategic AI Wordplay Games
Vocab Scrabble Puts an Innovative Twist on the Classic Game
Daily Vocabulary Games
WordHoop is a Timed Word Game That Builds One's Language
Modern Digitized Bookshelves
September is a Digital Bookshelf Where You Can Display Achievements
Quizzing Language Apps
Multilingue is a Versatile Language-Learning App with Over 30 Languages
Vocabulary Trainer Applications
TurboTerms Streamlines the Process of Studying Vocabulary
AI-Powered Language Apps
The Memrise App Welcomes More Than 70 Million Users
Color Coding Daily Games
Hexcodle is a New Online Color-Centric Game Similar to Wordle
Mystery Search Engines
Mystery Search Shows You the Question of the Person Before You
Custom AI Charades
This App Can Generate Fun Categories and Ideas Within Minutes
Localized Networking Platforms
Presence Connects Users with Like-Minded Individuals Nearby
Omni-Education Learning Apps
The 'Bytesized' App Offers Quick Educational Lessons Anytime
Text-Summarizing AI Tools
PowerPost Uses AI To Help People Read Long Text in Minutes
Web-Based Word Game Celebrations
New York Times Games Honors Its1,000th Wordle Puzzle
Randomized Emoji Generators
This Tool Helps People Communicate Through a Gallery of 5,000 Emojis
Distraction-Free Dating Guides
Hinge Debuted a New Guide to Minimize Distractions While Dating
AI-Backed Grammar Programs
Google Releases an AI-Powered Grammar Checker for its Search Feature
Word Search Phone Games
Word Hunter is a Vocabulary-Building Game for Your Phone
Expansive Podcast Databases
Very Disco is a Podcast Database Filled Every Podcast Mention
Efficient Content Management Systems
Brain Mimic Turns Your Thoughts into Text in One Click
Social Engagement Platforms
Perspik Provides an Online Space for Thoughtful Engagement
Music-Focused Social Media
Musicboard is a Place for Music Lovers to Unite
Niche Interest Social Networks
Spiral Social Was Inspired by Wikipedia Topics
Personalized Home Screen Characters
Dippy Adds AI Friends to Home Screens To Chat and Enjoy
Written-to-Digital To-Do Lists
Papper Let's Users Scan and Digitize Handwritten Notes and Lists
City Exploration Apps
Concrete is a Social Exploration App Inviting Users to Discover Their City
Network-Connecting AI Solutions
Village AI Connect with Your Network to Close Deals
Failed Digital Product Databases
Dead Product Marketplace is a Graveyard for Abandoned Projects
Localized App Translation
Translatespace Can Make an App MultiLingual in Minutes
Private Influencer Social Groups
CNDO Offers Private Social Rooms for Influencers and Their Fans
Modern Business Card Scanners
Spreadly Scan Brings Networking to the Modern Age
Summarized Neuroscience News
Neurotech News Summarizes the Science World Without the Jargon
AI Puzzle-Solving Games
Crossword House is a Creative Game to Improve Cognitive Skills
Phone Puzzle Games
Word Search Game Offers Mental Stimulation with Word-Based Challenges
Crowdsourced Fun Fact Databases
Straight Fax is an Online Space for Facts and References
Engaging Grammar Games
Grake, the Grammar Snake is Available in Four Languages
Lighthearted Meme Apps
Goodday is a Meme App Designed to Inspire Happiness
Instant Flashcard Study Tools
Studyy Converts Written Text to Flashcards Instantly
Chat-Based Language Learning
With FlipChat, You Can Learn a Language While Chatting with Friends
Privacy-Enhancing Social Features
Pinterest Launches the New Safety Features for Young Users
Digital Wishlist Organizers
My Wish Vault Houses Wishlists in One Place
Long-Form Content Social Platforms
X Allows Premium+ Subscribers to Create Long-Form Articles
Educational German News Bites
Bleetz is Designed for Beginner German Speakers to Stay Informed
Community Borrowing Apps
Borrow Encourages Neighbours to Interact and Share
Connection-Building Prompt Apps
Quiver's Daily Questions Will Connect You to Friends and Strangers
Immersive Language-Learning Tools
PrettyPolly Immerses Speakers in Language on Day One
Multi-Lingual Food Label Scanners
Food Avoidance Scanner Helps Travelers and Dietary Restrictions
Personalized Visual Catalogues
With Jotly, users can streamline their online discoveries
Conversational Webpage Summaries
QuickRead AI Pulls Key Points from Lengthy Articles
Branding Trivia Games
Decode the Identity is a Playful Homage to Iconic Brands
Daily-Prompting Social Journals
Journal. Invites Users to Share Their Thoughts and Feelings
Efficient Fact Generators
Facts Generator Can Produce Interesting Facts About Any Subject
Daily Time-Stamped Journals
Daygram Offers Modern Journaling, Capturing Thoughts and Feelings
Streamlined Grocery List Makers
HoneyDo Translates Spoken Word Into an Organized List
Digital International Move Support
Country Out Helps People Get Organized Before a Big Move
Artistic AI Photo Captions
PikPoet Bridges the Gap Between Imagery and Words
No-Network Dependent Browsing Tools
Google Unveils the More Helpful Suggestions Feature
Efficient Personalized Idea Newsletters
Sofon Curates Personalized Insights From Numerous Sources
Location-Based Photo Sharing
Harbor Creates Personalized Picture Albums Through location Sharing
Social Wishlist Networks
WishSpace Lets Users Store Their Wishlists for Easier Gifting
Community Social Apps
Beezle Social Keeps Users Informed Connected with Their Neighbors
Creativity-Focused Online Networks
NOCK is an Online Network for Creatives to Collaborate
Private Social Media Notes
Minders Offers a Private Space for Reflection and Thoughts
Educational Linguistic Newsletters
The 'Why Is That Called That' Newsletter Delves into Language
Gamified AI Quizzes
SnapQuiz Offers a Vast Library of Quizzes with Something for Everyone
Photo-Sharing Memory Maps
MemoryMaps Maps Out Photos for Added Visual Appeal
Custom Crossword Generators
CrossCraft Lets You Create or Customize Your Own Crosswords
Streamlined Decision-Making Platforms
Wunderboards Aims to Adds Simplicity and Creativity to Work
Daily Word Games
Make as Many Rhymes as Possible with 'Freestyle'
Unconventional Daily Calendars
With Calendiary, Users are Encouraged to Share Their Personal Story
Novelty Polling Websites
Funnypoll Gives Users a Quick Laugh in an Often Overwhelming Online Space
Personalized Content Discovery Tools
Bread Allows Users To Discover Social Content and Save it